Q: How do I submit my film?
A: Get in touch with Matt K. MattK@rushanddivision.com , or send the Indie Incubator MySpace page a message.
Q: What are the guidelines for films the Indie Incubator will accept?
A: We will show anything that is under 20minutes (though time exceptions have been made), fun to watch, and isn..t snuff or porn.
Q: Is this a ..21 and over.. event?
A: Yes. Please bring your ID.
Q: Is the Indie Incubator a competition?
A: Yes. Starting 2007 we are experimenting with a 3 judge panel format. Let us know what you think!
Q: My Brother lives in Montreal he has a film that he would like to show. Is that ok?
A: Well..The Indie Incubator is first and foremost a Chicago Film Fest. Meaning Chicago Filmmakers get first dibs. However if the film is good, and there is space, sure.
Bottom line..send it.
Q: Do I have to be a film maker to attend the Indie Incubator?
A: Hell no! anyone can, and has come out and had a blast!
Q: Can I sell copies of my movie there?
A: YES! We now have a ..merch.. table for your convenience. It works like consignment, but you get all the money and do none of the work. Cheers!
Movies
INDIE INCUBATOR 6
WINNERS: Spring 2008
BEST OF FEST: Future Cop 2010 by Hombre Films
SECOND PLACE: Check Please By Larry Ziegelman
THIRD PLACE: Karma Cafe by Quality Time Productions
FOURTH PLACE: (Tie) Monster by George Eckart, Cranium Theater by Jason Sandri See Monster Here!
FIFTH PLACE: The Clan By George Eckart
IMAGE UNION AWARD: Monster by George Eckart
Matt's Pick: Death of Noir by Brian Klemesrud
Chuck's Pick: Treologic by Rookie Films
TOP FILMS OF INDIE INCUBATOR 5
BEST OF FEST: "Meat-Shake" by Rookie TV
SECOND PLACE: "Land of the Free" by Forge Films
THIRD PLACE: "Cast Shaddows in Technicolor" by Niteskool Productions
FOURTH PLACE: "Haunted House (the trailer)" by Big Tree Productions
MATT'S PICK: "Jauns" by one Tear Productions
CHUCK'S PICK: "Street Jesus: the Story of Willie York" by Nick Harvey
IMAGE UNION AWARD:"Meat-Shake" by Rookie TV
TOP FIVE of Spring 2007 - Points are out of a possible 120
BEST OF FEST: Spring 07
Ass Periods - Dmob Prod. - 106 points
SECOND PLACE: Spring 07
A Giving of Thanks - Big Tree Prod. - 105 points
THIRD PLACE: Spring 07
The Life and Death of a Pumpkin - Blame Society Prod. - 103 Points
FOURTH PLACE: Spring 07
Never (this is only the trailer) - Theory of Everything Prod. - 100 points
FIFTH PLACE: Spring 07
The Force Among Us - Macht Movie Prod. - 96 points
This was a very tight race, and ALL the films were great. Only ONE FREAKIN POINT seperated 1st and 2nd place! But that's all it takes to win folks. Congratulations to Dmob Productions for winning BEST OF FEST!!!
Television
A little clip about Mother's (Indie Incubator host venue).
BUT DONT TAKE MY WORD FOR IT! CHECK OUT WHAT THIS BLOGGER HAD TO SAY HERE: One Minute Reviews
Who I'd like to meet: The Indie Incubator Film Fest has developed a distinct voice in the Chicago area independent film scene and has generous support from the City of Chicago’s Film Office and the popular PBS show, “Image Union”. The organizers of this event have paid their dues, and more than that, they know how to have fun! This season marks the eighth festival, and it promises to be better than ever!
“The key to the success of our festival over the hundreds of other attempted ‘film nights,’ is our film selection,” said Charles Klein, Festival Co-Founder. “We have a simple philosophy: if it’s supposed to be funny, then it should be funny. If it’s supposed to be scary, then it should be scary. If it’s supposed to be dramatic…you get it. But above all else, every film that we show must be entertaining. We pride ourselves on that.” It has become a night that even the bartenders look forward to, and that is a feat indeed in the “been there-done that” nightclub scene.
Every filmmaker will take home something, but the big award for ‘Best of Fest’ is decided by the judge’s panel. The panel consists of Kathy Byrne from the City of Chicago’s Film Office, Eddie Griffen, Producer of Image Union and Ry the Movie Guy, One Minute Movie Reviews blogger and pop culture connoisseur. The organizers are also offering The Image Union Award which comes with a paid spot for the winning film on the popular television show.
The Indie Incubator will take place on Tuesday, April 28th at The Original Mother’s, located at 26 West Division Street in Chicago. This season will feature the long awaited release of “Never” by Theory Of Everything Films. Doors will open at 7pm, and it is sponsored by Jameson. There will be at least two hours of film running time with short intermissions throughout the program.
The show is hosted by award winning comic book creators and filmmakers Matt Kubinski and Charles Klein, with a dance party to follow after the film fest. There is no cover charge. Film list is not final and organizers have been known to take last minute entries, if they are especially good. To enter a film, please contact mattk@rushanddivision.com. For more information about the Indie Incubator Film Fest and to see previous winners and participants, please visit www.myspace.com/indieincubator.
Chicago's Favorite Improv Sketch Comedy Show, The Gentleman Grochowski Show. In Episode 50 an interview and stand-up with Comedian Cindy Cornelson, The Adventures of Paris and Nacole, Nick goes to the Doctor's Sketch, The Governor takes it to the streets with Stupid Questions, Bitch Button, LaLa and Tina Marie dance, stand-up by Comic Cindy Cornelsoni and more. Cast: Rich Munnich, Maria Bartosz, Candace Krestel, Raymond Lawson Suzie Castillo, Nick Lovett, Jai Smith and Jax. So sit down, shut up and strap it on for another Comedy Explosion.
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